Who is favored to win and why?
GNK Dinamo Zagreb is favored to win the match, with odds around 1.58, reflecting their strong form and superior head-to-head record; NK Istra 1961’s odds are approximately 5.80, indicating they are clear underdogs despite a recent upset victory[3].
What is the match start time?
The match starts at 3:00 PM UTC on November 9, 2025, at Stadion Aldo Drosina in Pula, Croatia[5].
Where is the venue located?
Stadion Aldo Drosina in Pula, Croatia, is the venue for this fixture; it is NK Istra 1961’s home ground, known for its compact size and passionate local support[5].
What is the prediction with odds analysis?
Despite Dinamo Zagreb’s favoritism (odds 1.58), NK Istra 1961’s recent 3-0 home win against Dinamo on 05/04/2025 suggests potential for an upset, though Dinamo’s overall form and historical dominance make them the safer bet; over 2.5 goals is priced at 2.00, under at 1.85[3].
What is the head-to-head record between the teams?
In the last 68 meetings, Dinamo Zagreb has dominated with 47 wins, NK Istra 1961 has 4 wins, and there have been 12 draws; in the last five HNL encounters, Dinamo has 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, but Istra’s sole win in this period was a convincing 3-0 at home[1][3][6].
